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The Lincolnshire Coastal Grazing Marshes are steeped in history, with a rich cultural and wildlife heritage. Traditionally associated with pastoral farming, they are also linked to the sea and the changing coastline. The land is scattered with historic landscape features and archaeological remains.
However, very little remains of once extensive areas of traditionally managed grazing marshes and dykes and what is left is under serious threat. Action is required now if the grazing marshes are to be conserved and enjoyed by generations to come. The LCGM Partnership Project aims to protect, maintain and enhance the key features of the area and secure its future.
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The project will support local farmers and landowners to conserve the remaining traditional grazing marsh by providing access to grants, advice and training. Local communities will also be supported through a programme of cultural, educational and access projects. These will enable local people to discover, explore and celebrate the special quality of their own local areas and boost the local economy.
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Over the next three years there will be many opportunities to become involved, including:
* Habitat restoration and improvement;
* Information collection and recording;
* Interviewing and questionnaire distribution;
* Educational activities;
* Running craft and skills workshops;
* Planning and running exhibitions and events.
If you would like to be involved, please contact the LCGMP Team. For current volunteer opportunites please check our events page regularly. |
If you are a member of a local group, club or society in the area you may like to invite us to one of your meetings. This will allow us the opportunity to tell you more about the project and to get your feedback on our plans. Alternatively, you may have been considering a particular project that you may feel will fit with the aims and objectives of the Coastal Grazing Marshes project. We may be able to help you find funding to carry out your idea.
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